Xeon X5470

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon X5470

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Xeon X5470 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,586 Rank: 1202
Rank Name Score Visual
1198 A12-9800E 4,591
+0.1%
1199 Xeon E5-2630L v2 4,588
+0%
1200 Xeon E5-2640 v2 4,587
+0%
1201 Pentium Silver N6005 4,587
+0%
1202 Xeon X5470 4,586
1203 Pentium G3220 4,586
+0%
1204 FX-4130 4,585
+-0%
1205 Core i7-980X 4,583
-0.1%
1206 Core i7-975 4,581
-0.1%
1207 Core i7-2675QM 4,580
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon X5470 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,543 Rank: 1166
Rank Name Score Visual
1162 Core i7-4610M 4,548
+0.1%
1163 Core i5-7Y57 4,547
+0.1%
1164 Core i5-2405S 4,547
+0.1%
1165 Core i7-4558U 4,544
+0%
1166 Xeon X5470 4,543
1167 Pentium 967 4,540
-0.1%
1168 Xeon Bronze 3104 4,537
-0.1%
1169 Intel Core i3-7020U 4,537
-0.1%
1170 Core i3-4150 4,537
-0.1%
1171 Core i7 860 4,534
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon X5470 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,615 Rank: 1205
Rank Name Score Visual
1201 Xeon W3670 4,621
+0.1%
1202 Core i3-5157U 4,618
+0.1%
1203 Athlon X4 950 4,618
+0.1%
1204 Core i3-3220T 4,617
+0%
1205 Xeon X5470 4,615
1206 Xeon E3-1230 4,614
+-0%
1207 Core i7-2620M 4,613
+-0%
1208 Core i5-3210M 4,612
-0.1%
1209 FX-4100 4,611
-0.1%
1210 Core M-5Y31 4,609
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Xeon X5470 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,595 Rank: 974
Rank Name Score Visual
970 Core i7-2760QM 4,597
+0%
971 Core i7-930 4,597
+0%
972 Core i3-7350K 4,596
+0%
973 Athlon X4 880K 4,595
+0%
974 Xeon X5470 4,595
975 Core i3-7320 4,594
+-0%
976 Xeon E3-1225 4,594
+-0%
977 Xeon X3450 4,593
+-0%
978 A10-7890K 4,593
+-0%
979 Xeon W3520 4,593
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon X5470 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,552 Rank: 1052
Rank Name Score Visual
1048 Core i7-7660U 4,552
+0%
1049 Core i3-7101TE 4,552
+0%
1050 A10-9700 4,552
+0%
1051 A10-7870K 4,552
+0%
1052 Xeon X5470 4,552
1053 Core i3-8121U 4,552
+0%
1054 Core i3-6300T 4,550
+-0%
1055 Phenom II X4 965 4,550
+-0%
1056 Core i5-7360U 4,549
-0.1%
1057 Core i5-7287U 4,549
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon X5470 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,529 Rank: 1225
Rank Name Score Visual
1221 Athlon Silver 7120U 4,530
+0%
1222 Core m7-6Y75 4,529
+0%
1223 Core m5-6Y54 4,529
+0%
1224 Core i7-2655LE 4,529
+0%
1225 Xeon X5470 4,529
1226 Core i7-3537U 4,529
+0%
1227 Core i5-4250U 4,529
+0%
1228 Core i3-5010U 4,529
+0%
1229 PRO A10-8750B 4,529
+0%
1230 PRO A10-9700E 4,529
+0%

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Xeon X5470 Details

Ranked #1202 in overall performance among 2060 processors, the Intel Xeon X5470 presents a compelling case for legacy server and workstation workloads despite its age. Released in 2009, this processor is now well over a decade old, placing it firmly in the category of older-generation hardware. While it no longer competes with modern CPUs in terms of raw power, its continued relevance in niche environments is underscored by its stable platform and ECC memory support, which are critical for enterprise applications.

Built on a 45 nm process and based on the Nehalem microarchitecture, the Xeon X5470 is a quad-core processor with a base clock of 3.33 GHz and a turbo frequency of 3.20 GHz. It operates at a 1333 MHz bus speed and supports up to 32 GB of DDR3-1333/1600 memory across two channels, with a maximum bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. The processor is packaged in the LGA771 socket and features a 120 W TDP, making it suitable for systems with adequate cooling but not ideal for power-constrained environments.

The Xeon X5470 includes integrated Intel HD Graphics, which runs at a base frequency of 350 MHz and can burst up to 1150 MHz. It supports up to three displays and is capable of basic multimedia tasks, though it is not intended for gaming or heavy graphical workloads. The processor supports a range of advanced technologies, including Intel VT-x and VT-d virtualization, AES-NI encryption, and Intel vPro for enterprise management, along with ECC memory, which enhances reliability in server environments.

In benchmark testing, the Xeon X5470 achieves a Singlecore Score of 4615, placing it at #1205 out of 2060 processors, and a Multicore Score of 4543, ranking #1166. Its Overall Score is 4586, positioning it as a mid-tier performer in the broader CPU landscape. While it trails behind modern processors by a wide margin—top-tier CPUs like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX score over 9,000—the Xeon X5470 holds its own in legacy systems and workstations where compatibility and ECC support are prioritized over peak performance.

The processor's strength lies in its consistent single-core performance and reliable multicore scaling for its era, making it suitable for older server environments, legacy applications, and low-demand virtualization setups. However, its multicore performance is notably weaker compared to its single-core capabilities, indicating that the processor is better suited for applications that rely on strong per-core performance rather than massive parallel processing.

As of March 2026, the Xeon X5470 remains a viable option for specific enterprise use cases where backward compatibility, ECC memory, and integrated virtualization features are essential. While it is far from the performance leaders in today’s market, its long-standing design and support for enterprise-grade features ensure it continues to serve in specialized roles where modern CPUs are not required.
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Intel Xeon X5470

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon X5470
Model Number: X5470
Cores: 4
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 3330 MHz
Socket: LGA771
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 120 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600 @ 1.5V
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: Up to 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: Up to 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1150 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 45 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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